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The Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences at Simon Fraser University invites applications for the Farley Distinguished Visiting Scholar in Economic History for the 2027–2028 academic year.

The Farley Distinguished Visiting Scholar is dedicated to the teaching of history, broadly construed, which is understood to include studies of the past, including the recent past, carried out within the departments and programs of the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences. In 2027–2028, the Farley Distinguished Visiting Scholar will be hosted by the Department of Economics.

We welcome applications from scholars working in economic history and related fields, including political economy, development economics, and cultural evolution. We are particularly interested in candidates whose research combines historical analysis with modern empirical or theoretical tools, and who contribute to interdisciplinary conversations across the social sciences.

The Farley Distinguished Visiting Scholar is appointed as a Visiting Faculty Member for at least two terms in an academic year. SFU operates year-round, with Fall, Winter, and Summer terms. While at SFU, the Farley scholar will have the opportunity to interact extensively with faculty and students, and to stimulate discussion across disciplines. They normally teach one course and contribute to other types of relevant intellectual and mentoring activities for students across the university. Farley Scholars are encouraged and supported to contribute to public engagement activities that may take a variety of forms. The stipend for the Farley Distinguished Visiting Scholar is up to CAD $55,000 (commensurate with the length of the visit) and the Scholar is provided with a CAD $7,500 budget for public engagement activities.To find out more about what past Farley Distinguished Visiting Scholars have done, click here.

Applications should be submitted electronically to farley@sfu.ca and include a current CV and cover letter outlining the following:

(1) a research plan for the duration of the Visiting Scholar position;

(2) a brief description of a proposed course;

(3) a brief account of the proposed public engagement activity, including the topic(s) to be addressed;

(4) the names and contact information of two referees.

Review of applications will begin on May 4, 2026.

To inquire about whether the Farley Distinguished Visiting Scholar in Economic History is a good match for you, please contact Dr. Guillaume Blanc at guillaume_blanc@sfu.ca and/or FASS Associate Dean, Research and International, Dr. Steeve Mongrain at fassadri@sfu.ca

In keeping with University policy, the successful candidate will hold an academic position at another university, or an equivalent position at another appropriate institution.

Those applicants who are not Canadian citizens or permanent residents will require a work permit. SFU’s Faculty Relations team will assist with that process and a modest moving allowance is provided. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

Personal information that forms part of an application is collected under the general authority of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, applicable University Policies, and the SFUFA/SFU Collective Agreement. For further details see the full Collection Notice.

We acknowledge the Squamish (Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw), Musqueam (xʷməθkʷəy̓əm), Tsleil-Waututh (səlilwətaɬ), Katzie (q̓ íc̓əy̓), Kwikwetlem (kʷikʷəƛ̓əm), Qayqayt, Kwantlen, Semiahmoo and Tsawwassen peoples, on whose traditional territories Simon Fraser University's three campuses stand. By recognizing the Unceded Traditional Coast Salish territories, we aspire to create space for reconciliation through dialogue and decolonizing practices.

SFU is an equity employer and strongly encourages applications from all qualified individuals including women, Indigenous Peoples, racialized persons, people of all sexual orientations and gender identities, persons with disabilities and others who may contribute to the further diversification of the university.

To apply, send a message to farley@sfu.ca. (See posting for details.)